How Lehi Handles Noise Ordinances: A Practical Guide

Lehi maintains 41 local ordinances across all categories, and 3 of those deal specifically with noise ordinances. Here is a breakdown of what the city actually requires, what is prohibited, and where Lehi falls on the strict-to-permissive spectrum compared to other cities.

Quiet Hours

Lehi City Code Title 5, Chapter 3 governs noise control with decibel-based limits. Quiet hours are generally 10 PM–7 AM. The city enforces noise limits by land use zone. Utah Code §76-9-102 provides fallback enforcement.

Key details: Code: Lehi City Code Title 5, Ch. 3. Quiet Hours: 10 PM–7 AM. Standard: Decibel-based by zone. State Backup: Utah Code §76-9-102. Enforcement: Police Code Enforcement Division.

Noise violations are criminal infractions. Utah Code §76-9-102 disturbing the peace: Class C misdemeanor.

Construction Hours

Lehi's noise ordinance (Title 5, Chapter 3) restricts construction noise outside daytime hours. Standard quiet hours of 10 PM–7 AM apply. Construction equipment exemptions exist for permitted projects with city approval.

Key details: Code: Lehi City Code Title 5, Ch. 3. Quiet Hours: 10 PM–7 AM. Exemptions: §5-3-7 for permitted projects. Contact: Building (385) 201-1035.

Noise code violations are criminal infractions. Construction outside permitted hours may receive stop-work orders.

Barking Dogs

Lehi City Code §6.04.060 declares any animal that barks, whines, howls, or makes disturbing noises in an excessive, continuous, or untimely fashion a nuisance animal. Owners are strictly liable for animals at large.

Key details: Code: Lehi City Code §6.04.060. Standard: Excessive/continuous/untimely noise. Pet Limit: 2 dogs, 3 cats per household. Strict Liability: Yes, for animals at large. License: Required, $15/year (Utah County).

Nuisance animal citation under §6.04.060. Strict liability for animals at large. Impoundment fees apply.

The Bottom Line

Lehi's noise ordinances rules are a mixed bag. Some areas are strict, others are relaxed, and the details matter. The best approach is to check the specific rule that applies to your situation rather than assuming Lehi is broadly strict or permissive.

This guide is based on Lehi's current municipal code. Local rules can and do change, so check the individual ordinance pages for the latest details, penalties, and FAQs.